Brands
Kartik Aaryan named brand ambassador for Saatvik Green Energy
MUMBAI: From Gwalior to green goals Kartik Aaryan’s latest role sees him trading the silver screen for solar panels, as he steps in as the new brand ambassador for Saatvik Green Energy Limited (SGEL). Known for his boy-next-door charm and deeply rooted values, the actor now powers up a message of sustainability for the nation.
This isn’t just a celebrity collaboration, it’s what SGEL calls a “shared purpose.” According to SGEL chairman and managing director Neelesh Garg, the idea took root during an impromptu chat among company leaders. “We saw that same integrity, hard work and humility in Kartik’s journey from Gwalior to global stardom. That’s when we knew it wasn’t a pitch, it was a purpose,” he said.
Kartik, whose growing appeal rests on his blend of relatability and aspiration, echoed the sentiment: “Clean energy is not just a necessity, it’s a shared responsibility. I’m excited to be part of the Saatvik brand, which is so aligned with values I believe in integrity, intention, and impact.”
SGEL managing director Manik Garg said the actor’s journey made him an ideal voice for the brand’s next phase: “With Kartik, we aim to inspire people to choose a cleaner, better, more self-reliant tomorrow.”
SGEL CEO Prashant Mathur added, “Kartik represents the new India, ambitious yet authentic. He’s not just a youth icon, he’s a believer. In ethics, in effort, in empathy.”
With the solar sector playing a central role in India’s renewable energy drive, the Saatvik-Kartik association aims to energise conversations around sustainability, while giving the clean energy movement a touch of Bollywood star power. In an era where climate consciousness is fast becoming cool, this collab looks like a match made under the sun.
Brands
Vodafone Idea elevates Vineeth Jayendranath as VP, marketing head Mumbai
Telecom marketer takes charge of Mumbai circle with growth and brand focus
MUMBAI: Vodafone Idea Limited has promoted Vineeth Jayendranath to vice president, marketing head for the Mumbai circle, marking a key milestone in his career as the telecom operator sharpens its regional strategy.
In his new role, Jayendranath will lead marketing efforts across prepaid and postpaid segments in one of the country’s most competitive telecom markets. His mandate includes driving revenue growth, strengthening brand positioning, and deepening customer engagement, while also managing profit and loss responsibilities for the circle.
Sharing the update, Vineeth Jayendranath said, “Excited to share, I am starting my new stint as Vice President, Marketing Head for Mumbai circle at Vodafone Idea Ltd. Would like to thank everyone who has supported me in this journey.”
Jayendranath brings over 12 years of experience spanning telecom and IT, with a strong focus on customer value management and data-led marketing. Since joining Vodafone Idea, he has held multiple leadership roles, most recently serving as general manager leading customer value management and prepaid business across Gujarat, Maharashtra and Goa.
During this period, he handled large subscriber bases and multi-billion rupee revenue portfolios, while rolling out hyper-personalised campaigns and a “segment of one” strategy to improve customer retention and upgrades. He also championed a digital-first approach, pushing adoption of data services and unlimited plans through targeted, insight-driven initiatives.
Earlier, he worked with Idea Cellular Ltd in strategy and business intelligence roles, and began his career at Infosys as a systems engineer. A brief stint at Hyundai Motor India Ltd during his internship added early exposure to marketing strategy.
An alumnus of SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Jayendranath has steadily built a reputation for combining analytics with marketing execution.
His elevation comes as telecom players double down on circle-level strategies to stay competitive, and Vodafone Idea appears to be betting on data-backed marketing to keep Mumbai firmly in its corner.
